1954 DKW Munga vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Munga will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
